Nissan Altima Bolt Pattern
The Nissan Altima has a bolt pattern of 5x4.5, but that’s not the only measurement you’ll need if you’re putting a new set of wheels on your trusty sedan!
Written by Drew Waterstreet
Reviewed by Hillary Kobayashi
The 2022 Nissan Altima bolt pattern is 5x4.5, meaning each wheel has five bolts that form a circle with a 4.5-inch diameter.
Whether you're repairing a damaged wheel after hitting a curb or upgrading your tires for winter, you’ll need to know your Nissan Altima’s bolt pattern—amongst other measurements—to get the job done! So follow along and we’ll break it all down for you.
Nissan Altima bolt pattern
The bolt pattern (sometimes called lug pattern) on the 2022 Nissan Altima is 5x4.5, which translates to # of bolts x the diameter in inches of the circle they form. It’s also worth noting that the bolt pattern is the same for all Nissan Altima models 2002 or newer.
Let’s take a look at two scenarios to explain why your Altima’s bolt pattern is relevant (for your reference, wheels are the inner metal component that connects to the vehicle's axle and tires are the outer rubber portion).
- Damaged wheel: If you hit a curb at a substantial speed, there’s a good chance your wheel will be dented. In this case, you’ll need to ensure the bolt pattern of your replacement wheel is accurate and provides a tight and snug fit.
- Upgrading tires: If you’re thinking about getting bigger and more capable tires for handling the snow, you may also need to upgrade your wheel size. So don’t forget to consider the bolt pattern while you’re shopping!
But the bolt pattern is just one of many measurements on your 2022 Nissan Altima’s wheels! Here’s everything else you’ll need to know:
- Factory wheel size: 16” or 17” or 19” (depending on trim)
- Stud size: M12 x 1.25 (12 mm stud thread and 1.25 mm thread spacing)
- Offset: N/A
- Center bore: 66.1 mm
- Wheel tightening torque: N/A
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How to measure your Nissan Altima’s bolt pattern
If you’d like to double-check our work (we promise, we’re not offended), you can quickly confirm your Nissan Altima’s bolt pattern with a tape measure.
Start by identifying two bolts across from each other. Then, since the star-shaped pattern of the five bolts doesn’t allow you to draw a diameter line between opposite bolts that also cross through the center of the circle, you’ll need to use a special technique.
To get an accurate diameter, measure from the outer edge of one bolt to the center of the opposite bolt. If everything is done correctly, you should get 4.5 inches as your answer!
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FAQ
What is the bolt pattern on a Nissan Altima?
The bolt pattern on the 2022 Nissan Altima is 5x4.5, which means five lug nuts form a circle with a 4.5-inch diameter. This specification has remained consistent for all Nissan Altimas that are 2002 or newer.
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